Unit 1: Discussion (Chapters 1 and 2)
I am looking for a lively and highly participative discussion of this week’s topics. Outstanding evidence of learning will be demonstrated by answering the questions and fully discussing, challenging, and enhancing the discussion by your fellow students.
Each student should answer two questions individually and post two peer reviews of another students’ comments. Remember to begin your peer posts with “Peer Review of:” (you will not receive credit if your peer reviews are not posted properly). Your answers need to contain information from both the textbook and from outside sources. This could include Power-Web, a website, or journal articles, etc. This means you need to cite your source at the end of each discussion question.
Your answers need to contain information from the textbook and information from outside the textbook (Internet). This could include Power-Web, a website, or journal articles, etc. This means you need to cite your sources and that you have provided the reference/s at the end of each discussion question.
| Item | Possible Points | Description |
| Two Peer Responses | 15 Points | · Meaningful discussion and information provided
· One line or short responses are not acceptable · Posting only a question to a fellow student does not count as a peer review · Responding to the instructor does not constitute a peer review · Peer Post must begin with Peer Review of: |
| Two Questions Answered | 15 Points | · Question is answered thoroughly
· One line or brief answers will not be accepted |
| Two Sources Referenced | 10 Points | · Reference must be posted at the end of each question
· from your text or from an internet source |
Please restate the question, to include number, you are answering at the beginning of your response. Answer the unanswered questions first, before moving to a new question. Your answers should be thoughtful and thorough in content.
Chapters 1 and 2
1. How would you define Logistics?
2. Provide an alternative definition of Logistics from the USA Society of Logistics Engineers.
3. How would you define Supply Chain?
4. What is the key to a successful Supply Chain?
5. What is the rationale/benefit of outsourcing all or part of company operations?
6. An analysis of the competitive advantage identified three elements, each which has an interface with the other. Identify each element and describe.
7. List 5 reasons for excess inventory.
8. List 3 factors influencing the development of global logistics.
9. Define Lean-supply chain management.
10. List three areas that need to be addressed under Lean-supply chain management.
11. Explain the role of the Global Logistics Operator.
12. What is the difference between National (domestic) and International Logistics?
13. What are some key factors driving global supply chain management?
14. Why is management of inventory in the supply chain analysis critical?
15. What are some factors that contributed to the development of logistics?
16. Is asset management in the supply chain critical? Why?
17. What is lean supply chain management? Why is it such a challenge for organizations?
Don’t forget to provide two “peer reviews” each week. Discussion posts are due Friday midnight, Peer reviews are due by Sunday midnight.
If you miss the Friday midnight deadline the highest Discussion grade you can receive for the week is “C”. I encourage you to not wait until the last minute to post so you can interact with your fellow classmates during the week.
